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Catching flatheads consistently requires the right bait placed precisely on target. Flathead Catfish Bait Strategy By Terry Madewell Deploying the right bait, in the right size, is only part of ...

During cold-water periods on the Mississippi River, I like to target big blue cats in deep holes adjacent to shorter, older wing dikes beneath the water’s surface. These structures are ...

A Good Bite Results in State Record A man and his dog set out in West Virginia to do a little fishing. The result was a new state record for ...

Fishing After Work in West Virginia An unexpected gift of bait resulted in a new state record and a $20,000 payday from Catch the Fever.   It was April 8, ...

I mostly fish the Ohio and Kentucky Rivers. Anglers should not overlook shallow water areas on sunny days in March and April. The sun will warm up the shallow water ...

I get very excited when the spring weather rolls in each year. With the warmer air and water temperatures, the catfish begin moving around more. They are eating more to ...

Editor’s Note: As an avid tournament angler Ty Wolf is a stickler for fresh bait. He believes that fresh bait and good techniques are necessary components of placing in the ...

Editor’s Note: As an avid tournament angler Mackenzie DelRosso has learned the importance of understanding catfish behavior at different times of the year. He applies that knowledge to the tournaments ...